Providing services and support to Bond students

Taking care of our students through offering a plethora of support services

Services & Support

Bond University's services and support extend beyond simply study support. The team provide students with personal attention from arrival on campus beginning with orientation week and social activities.

When the semester begins officially and your studies are underway, the support available includes study, personal, medical, international and disability support.

If you are feeling a little overwhelmed by Bond’s accelerated schedule then our Study Support staff can provide practical assistance.

At Bond University, we offer on site medical and private counselling facilities which is available to currently enrolled students and staff members of Bond University. Due to the high volume of students requiring medical assistance, the Clinic is unable to assist alumni, family members of students and staff, or members of the community.

Services at the medical clinic include: general practice and skin care, sexual health advice, men and women's health, sports and travel medicine, health assessments whilst our Psychologists are able to provide confidential counselling to help you with anything from academic, study pressures through to personal problems. Read more

We offer a range of Housing options on campus which includes a dining plan. This makes it easy to live and study on the Gold Coast. You have the choice of private or shared rooms, sharing all the fun of Student Housing life with your fellow roommates. We also have an exceptional network of Homestay families.

Any students who have a disability, illness, injury or health condition that impacts on capacity to complete your studies, exams or assessment tasks, must let us know requirements early in the semester. Students will need to make an application for support and submit it with recent, comprehensive documentation at an appointment with a Disability Officer.

Bond University offer support to all disabled students, however it is important to note the broadness of this definition. For Bond University, a disability includes any impairment, injury, illness or health condition, which may affect a student's capacity to undertake a program of study. A disability may be permanent, short-term or episodic in nature. Read more

Justices of the peace (JPs) and Commissioners for declarations (Cdecs) are available on campus to assist with witnessing and certifying legal documents for Bond University students and staff. Read more

Policies

If you require forms, guidelines, procedures and policies relevant to students, then this is where you will find them. In this section you can search for Guidelines that relate to graduations, examinations and information for international students along with forms related to examinations, changes of program deferral and withdrawal from programs.

Student support

University study presents new challenges, such as writing essays, giving class presentations, practising effective time management and preparing for exams. To help students adjust to these changes, the Student Learning Support Team offers personalised assistance in one-on-one and group sessions and seminars to improve skills in a number of areas. These include grammar, organisational and presenting skills.﻿

In recognition of growing Indigenous participation, Bond opened the Nyombil Centre in 2012. To help Indigenous students navigate through cultural differences and adjusting to university study, the Nyombil Centre provides academic and cultural support. Academically, the centre assists students in their transition to higher education by helping them understanding University policy and supporting academic progression. Equipped with computers, a printer, free tea and coffee and lounges, the centre fosters an atmosphere of unity for students.﻿

Bond University has a large component of International Students. Hailing from over 80 countries, international students foster a dynamic, multicultural community within Bond University. Academically and culturally, international students provide a fresh perspective for teachers and students. To assist international students in adjusting to campus life, a wealth of information can be found in Bond’s Essential Information for International Students handbook. This handbook provides students with detailed information that will help them.﻿

There is a wide variety of accommodation available at Bond for students who elect to live on-campus. Student housing options include various room options, depending on student's preferences. All on campus accommodation is within easy walking distance of Bond facilities, including lecture rooms, libraries, academic facilities, cafes, Bond Xpress Convenience Store, the University Club and Sports Centre. The accommodation is fully air-conditioned and serviced weekly, with linen provided.﻿